If you have been injured on the job in Arkansas and your workers' compensation claim has been denied, you have the right to appeal the decision. Appealing a denied claim can be complicated, but taking the necessary steps to protect your rights and ensure that you...
Workers’ Compensation
4 common accidents when working in a warehouse
Warehouse work is a fairly common and well-paying job. However, if you suffer an accident while working, then you could quickly lose your job position – unless you file a workers’ compensation claim. A workers’ comp claim gives workers, who are injured on the job,...
Is construction really the most dangerous industry?
The construction industry has a reputation for danger, and many people will tell you that it is the most dangerous industry you can choose to work in. In fact, there are even those who do not consider it as a career because they have heard about these risks and are...
3 causes of a workers’ comp claim denial
Have you recently suffered a workplace injury? As a result, are your injuries preventing you from returning to work? Are you afraid your injuries are going to jeopardize your current and future employment? If you answered yes to all of these questions, then you should...
3 steps to take after a workplace accident in Arkansas
You probably know that you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits after suffering an accident at your job. However, you may be unsure about the steps to take to get there. You are not alone. Many workers are unaware of what to do after a workplace accident,...
What is the statute of limitations in an AR workers’ comp claim?
Were you recently injured at work in Arkansas? You’re likely thinking about how difficult it’s going to be to return to work and how your injuries are going to cause you a ton of medical debt. That would be the case if your job didn’t provide its workers with workers’...
Social media can hurt your workers’ comp claim
If you're one of the many Americans who use social media, you may not realize that what you post could come back to hurt your workers' compensation claim. While social media can be a great way to stay connected with friends and family, it can also be used as evidence...
Try not to jeopardize workers’ compensation claim
If you experience an on-the-job injury, you can receive workers’ compensation benefits. One of the best parts about workers’ compensation is that it is a no-fault system. This means you can collect even if the injury was partially your fault (with some exceptions). ...
Are you a retail worker who was injured on the job?
The retail sector provides employment for numerous workers across Arkansas. Retail work may not be a profession that you’d associate with injuries, but the reality is, that a lot of injuries occur every year in this area. What are some of the more common work-related...
Is the air at work causing you long-term harm?
With many workplace injuries, you know that you’re hurt as soon as the incident takes place. You slip from the top of a ladder, fall and strike your head on the concrete floor below. You know that you need to go to the hospital and you probably have a concussion at...